The Fruitarian Diet

According to history books, the fruitarian diet dates back as far as the 1800s. The diet encourages you to eat at least 75 percent fruits and nuts, and the rest of the diet may be raw vegetables or herbs.

The Premise

Fruitarians believe the diet is better for the environment, as no energy is required to cook or process fruits. They also believe that no plant or animal should have to die in order that they may live.

On the fruitarian diet you can have any kind of fruit, and eat as much of it as you like, until you feel full. Anything that has the seed within like apples, oranges, berries, cucumbers, zucchini, peppers and tomatoes are considered to be fruits. Nuts and seeds are also considered to be a choice food as no plant has to die. Little water is needed on this diet as fruits are naturally high in water content.

You are encouraged to eat only 1 type of fruit at one time, and allow at least 45 minutes to 2 hours to pass before introducing another food to your stomach. This helps the body to send a signal to let you know that you have eaten enough. Usually the food begins to taste funny, allowing you to stop eating without any discipline on your behalf.

What to Get Excited About

The fruitarian diet helps to promote better health physically, mentally, emotionally and spiritually. The diet can help you to lose unwanted weight and boost the immune system so that you will be able to fight off many diseases such as cancer, heart disease, digestive and respiratory problems and headaches. You can also expect healthier skin, hair, eyes and nails.

The diet can help you to be more confidant which helps to build self-esteem, and allows you to be happier. You will experience a higher level of clarity where you can concentrate better and be more creative. You will also gain more energy, and will not need as much sleep.

Things to Consider

The fruitarian diet is associated with a lot of hunger in the early stages of following the diet. This may cause you to cheat or binge while on this diet. In the long run you may begin to experience weakness or fatigue.

Fruits are generally not high in proteins, calcium, iron, zinc, or vitamins such as vitamin D, and the B vitamins, particularly B12. Therefore it is essential that you take supplements in order to avoid nutritional deficiencies. Pregnant or nursing mothers, as well as growing children should not engage in the fruitarian diet for these reasons.

Verdict

The fruitarian diet is great to help you to lose weight, and nurture your body back to health, but it is not recommended that you stay on the diet in the long run, as you may encounter health problems. If you want to remain a raw foodist, and continue to obtain all the benefit of this diet, you can do so by adding lots of vegetables to your diet.

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